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Nursing Technician CPT roles place you in direct patient care under clinical supervision, making them some of the most DSO-approved positions for nursing and allied health programs. Your CPT authorization must name the specific clinical setting, so confirm your I-20 reflects hands-on patient care before you accept any offer.
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Get Access To All JobsLocation: Nashville, TN
Facility: Ascension Saint Thomas West
Department: Clinical Support
Schedule: Day or Night shift | PRN
How you'll make an impact in this role:
- Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN), provides direct nursing care in accordance with established policies, procedures and protocols of the healthcare organization.
- Complete assigned nursing orders as directed by preceptor, including assisting patient with activities of daily living and taking vital signs.
- Observe patient status and responses. Document and report observations to preceptor or other appropriate staff.
- Assist preceptor with development of care plan by reporting test results and patient observations.
- Perform other tasks as assigned, including environmental services and preparing/transporting patients for diagnostic services.
What minimum qualifications you'll need:
Licensure / Certification / Registration:
- BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
Education:
- High school diploma/GED required.
- Must be accepted or enrolled into a Nursing program upon date of hire/transfer and begin classes within 90 days of date of hire/transfer required.
What additional requirements you'll need:
- We are considering August 2027 Graduates and beyond.
- This is a 12 month program where candidates must be in the Nashville, TN area for the duration of the program.
- No summer only internship opportunities.
Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity:
Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.
Equal employment opportunity employer:
Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.
Fraud prevention notice
Prospective applicants should be vigilant against fraudulent job offers and interview requests. Scammers may use sophisticated tactics to impersonate Ascension employees. To ensure your safety, please remember: Ascension will never ask for payment or to provide banking or financial information as part of the job application or hiring process. Our legitimate email communications will always come from an @ascension.org email address; do not trust other domains, and an official offer will only be extended to candidates who have completed a job application through our authorized applicant tracking system.
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Employer participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. Please click here for more information.
Benefits:
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Various health insurance options & wellness plans
- Retirement benefits including employer match plans
- Long-term & short-term disability
- Employee assistance programs (EAP)
- Parental leave & adoption assistance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Ways to give back to your community
Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance, location and salary range at the time of the offer.
Location: Nashville, TN
Facility: Ascension Saint Thomas West
Department: Clinical Support
Schedule: Day or Night shift | PRN
How you'll make an impact in this role:
- Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN), provides direct nursing care in accordance with established policies, procedures and protocols of the healthcare organization.
- Complete assigned nursing orders as directed by preceptor, including assisting patient with activities of daily living and taking vital signs.
- Observe patient status and responses. Document and report observations to preceptor or other appropriate staff.
- Assist preceptor with development of care plan by reporting test results and patient observations.
- Perform other tasks as assigned, including environmental services and preparing/transporting patients for diagnostic services.
What minimum qualifications you'll need:
Licensure / Certification / Registration:
- BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
Education:
- High school diploma/GED required.
- Must be accepted or enrolled into a Nursing program upon date of hire/transfer and begin classes within 90 days of date of hire/transfer required.
What additional requirements you'll need:
- We are considering August 2027 Graduates and beyond.
- This is a 12 month program where candidates must be in the Nashville, TN area for the duration of the program.
- No summer only internship opportunities.
Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity:
Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.
Equal employment opportunity employer:
Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.
Fraud prevention notice
Prospective applicants should be vigilant against fraudulent job offers and interview requests. Scammers may use sophisticated tactics to impersonate Ascension employees. To ensure your safety, please remember: Ascension will never ask for payment or to provide banking or financial information as part of the job application or hiring process. Our legitimate email communications will always come from an @ascension.org email address; do not trust other domains, and an official offer will only be extended to candidates who have completed a job application through our authorized applicant tracking system.
E-Verify statement
Employer participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. Please click here for more information.
Benefits:
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Various health insurance options & wellness plans
- Retirement benefits including employer match plans
- Long-term & short-term disability
- Employee assistance programs (EAP)
- Parental leave & adoption assistance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Ways to give back to your community
Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance, location and salary range at the time of the offer.
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Get Access To All JobsNursing Technician CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Nursing Technician role qualify for CPT authorization?
Yes, if your nursing or allied health program requires a clinical practicum or hands-on patient-care component as part of your curriculum. Your DSO evaluates whether the specific duties, setting, and supervision level match your program's learning objectives. A general hospital floor position may qualify; a purely administrative role at the same facility may not, so submit the offer letter to your DSO before accepting.
Can I work full-time as a Nursing Technician on CPT?
You can, but full-time CPT lasting 12 months or more permanently eliminates your OPT eligibility under USCIS rules. Most nursing programs structure clinical rotations as part-time CPT to protect that post-graduation year. Confirm with your DSO whether your program's accreditation standards require full-time hours before agreeing to a full-time schedule.
How do I find Nursing Technician employers who understand CPT?
Search on Migrate Mate, which shows employers with immigration filing history in clinical and healthcare occupations. Beyond that, target hospital systems and health networks that already employ international students in clinical roles, as their HR teams will have existing onboarding processes for CPT documentation rather than treating your authorization as an exception.
What documents does a Nursing Technician CPT employer typically need from me?
You'll need your valid F-1 visa stamp, passport, I-94 arrival record, current I-20 with CPT authorization on page two reflecting the employer's name and dates, and your university's CPT approval letter. Some hospital systems also require the clinical affiliation agreement between your university and their facility before they'll complete E-Verify onboarding.
Does Nursing Technician CPT count toward future H-1B sponsorship?
CPT itself doesn't generate H-1B visa sponsorship, but the clinical experience you build counts toward the specialty occupation requirement and practical training that employers weigh when deciding whether to sponsor. Roles in nursing support and direct patient care map to SOC codes that do appear in H-1B LCA filings, so the experience is directly relevant to a future employer's sponsorship decision. Check the O*NET profile for Nursing Assistants to see the education and training requirements that underpin specialty occupation arguments.